Data Engineer

Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air‑launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost‑effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security. The Data Engineer contributes to the overall data architecture and strategy across the company for our vehicle design, manufacture, flight test, and business teams. The Enterprise Software Team integrates a mix of COTS and custom tools to provide the right data to the right user at the right time. The data engineer will use standard software development and ETL tools to move, store, and display data. Stratolaunch maintains a suite of tools and processes, both deterministic and ML‑based, for vehicle design and operation that could be included in the responsibilities of this position depending on the chosen candidates’ interest and experience. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Design and implementation of data pipelines. Serve as a subject matter expert for data system architecture development and support. Collaborate with stakeholders to downselect data technologies. Moving production and test data through various data systems for consumption. QUALIFICATIONS Required Ability to construct highly available systems. Experience with one or more programming languages, e.g. Python, Rust, C, MATLAB. Administration of relational and non‑relational databases, e.g. PostgreSQL, MongoDB. Containerization, orchestration, and deployment, e.g. Docker, Dagster. Comfort in CLI tools and shell scripting, i.e. bash, batch. Knowledge of DevSecOps & CI/CD systems, e.g. Jenkins, Gitlab, Bamboo. Preferred Familiarity with tools and workflows associated with data visualization & analytics. ML Ops - hosting & maintaining LLM & RAG systems. Machine learning training and inference pipelines. Familiarity with developer cloud services on Azure and/or AWS. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Level I ($83,000-$120,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 0-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience SPECIAL REMARKS This position is located in Mojave, CA No travel required #LIOnsite Base salary and leveling are established on a case‑by‑case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews. BENEFITS Paid Maternity and Parental Leave 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500 This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties. Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law. #J-18808-Ljbffr